The Dairy Podcast Show

APR 1, 2025

Tom Nauman: Smartbacteria in Dairy | Ep. 137

In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Tom Nauman, Dairy Nutrition and Technical Services Manager at The Wenger Group, explains what microbiology nutrition is, the role of Smartbacteria, how they support digestive efficiency, and why trusting microbiology-driven concepts is key to improving cow health and performance. Listen now on all major platforms! "When we talk about microbiology nutrition, we're talking about making the most of what specific bacteria can do to enhance what's going on in the cow's rumen." Meet the guest: Tom Nauman is the Dairy Nutrition and Technical Services Manager at The Wenger Group, bringing over 40 years of experience in dairy nutrition. A graduate of Delaware Valley College, he has spent decades optimizing dairy feeding strategies and advancing technical services in the industry. What you'll learn: (00:00) Highlight (01:02) Introduction (03:43) Technical services explained (08:21) Smartbacteria in dairy (09:46) Feeding smart bacteria (10:02) Managing rich diets (17:44) Monitoring nutrition (18:59) Final three questions The Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: Priority IAC (https://priorityiac.com/) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) - Scoular (https://scoular.com/Dairy) - Protekta (https://protekta.com) - Berg + Schmidt (https://animalnutrition.berg-schmidt.com/) - dsm-firmenich (https://www.dsm.com/anh/en_NA/species/ruminants.html) - AGRI-TRAC (https://agritraction.com/) - AHV (https://ahvint.com/us/) - SmaXtec (https://smaxtec.com/en/) - ICC (https://www.iccbrazil.com/en/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - Volac (https://www.volac.com/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://www.wisenetix.com/dairypodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dairypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/dairy-podcast/ #podcast #agriculture #dairy #milkproduction #cowfarming #dairyfarming #dairyfarm #dairycows #holstein #farm #livestock #farming

24 MIN

MAR 25, 2025

Bryan Miller: Mycotoxin Mitigation Strategies | Ep. 136

In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Bryan Miller from Volac addresses modern concerns surrounding mycotoxins in dairy production. Dr. Miller shares strategies for identifying and mitigating mycotoxin risks, highlighting their impact on cow health, milk production, and reproduction. Learn how to tackle these hidden challenges and maintain optimal herd performance with effective feed management solutions! "Mycotoxins make everything just a little bit worse, often without clear symptoms, which makes them challenging to diagnose." Meet the guest: Bryan Miller https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-miller-305b7838/ , Technical Business Manager at Volac Inc., brings over 30 years of experience in the feed industry, specializing in dairy nutrition and gut health. Holding a Master’s degree in Ruminant Nutrition from the University of Kentucky, Miller’s notable achievements include developing bypass choline for transition cows, and earning recognition as an author of a U.S. patent. His work focuses on providing dairy producers with practical strategies to improve cow health and productivity. What you'll learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:56) Introduction (03:16) Guest background (06:57) Mycotoxins explained (11:09) Multiple mycotoxins (21:28) Accurate results (25:42) Mitigation strategies (29:50) Final three questions The Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: Volac (https://www.volac.com/) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) - Scoular (https://scoular.com/Dairy) - Priority IAC (https://priorityiac.com/) - Protekta (https://protekta.com) - Berg + Schmidt (https://animalnutrition.berg-schmidt.com/) - dsm-firmenich (https://www.dsm.com/anh/en_NA/species/ruminants.html) - Acepsis (https://acepsis.com/) - AGRI-TRAC (https://agritraction.com/) - AHV (https://ahvint.com/us/) - SmaXtec (https://smaxtec.com/en/) - ICC (https://www.iccbrazil.com/en/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://www.wisenetix.com/dairypodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dairypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/dairy-podcast/ #podcast #agriculture #dairy #milkproduction #cowfarming #dairyfarming #dairyfarm #dairycows #holstein #farm #livestock #farming

33 MIN

MAR 18, 2025

Dr. Phil Cardoso: Fiber & Energy Balance | Ep. 135

In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Phil Cardoso, from the University of Illinois, explores strategies for optimizing starch in dairy cow diets while addressing key nutritional challenges. The discussion highlights the role of yeast additives in improving fiber digestibility, feed efficiency, and rumen health. By balancing starch levels, Dr. Cardoso presents practical approaches to enhance milk production and overall herd profitability. Listen now on your favorite platform!

"Yeast additives significantly improved fiber digestibility and rumen health in high-starch diets.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Phil Cardoso is a professor of Animal Sciences at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. He specializes in dairy nutrition and reproduction, combining research and outreach programs to advance the dairy industry. Dr. Cardoso earned his PhD in ruminant nutrition from the University of Illinois and holds a Master’s and DVM from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil.